Process Intensification Technologies for Green Chemistry

The successful implementation of greener chemical processesrelies not only on the development of more efficient catalysts forsynthetic chemistry but also, and as importantly, on thedevelopment of reactor and separation technologies which candeliver enhanced processing performance in a safe, cost-effectiveand energy efficient manner. Process intensification has emerged asa promising field which can effectively tackle the challenges ofsignificant process enhancement, whilst also offering the potentialto diminish the environmental impact presented by the chemicalindustry.
Following an introduction to process intensification and theprinciples of green chemistry, this book presents a number ofintensified technologies which have been researched and developed, including case studies to illustrate their application to greenchemical processes.
Topics covered include:
* Intensified reactor technologies: spinning discreactors, microreactors, monolith reactors, oscillatory flowreactors, cavitational reactors
* Combined reactor/separator systems: membrane reactors, reactive distillation, reactive extraction, reactiveabsorption
* Membrane separations for green chemistry
* Industry relevance of process intensification, including economics and environmental impact, opportunities forenergy saving, and practical considerations for industrialimplementation.
Process Intensification for Green Chemistry is a valuableresource for practising engineers and chemists alike who areinterested in applying intensified reactor and/or separator systemsin a range of industries to achieve green chemistry principles.